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JD Sports Purchases California-Based Shoe Palace

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More than 50 percent of the retail locations are in California, but the retailer has an “established retail presence” in Hawaii, New Mexico, Colorado, Florida, Arizona, Nevada and Texas. Shoe Palace provided a $52 million pre-tax profit in the year ending Dec. 31, 2019, according to the announcement.

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The Millennial Real Estate Boom Beckons?

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“The move to affordability trend will continue in 2020, fueled by the twin forces of Baby Boomers retiring and seeking sunnier weather, lower taxes and lower cost of living, and Millennials searching for family-friendly lifestyles and affordable housing.

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Online Sports Betting Gets A Super Bowl Workout

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sports betting event of the year, and the first big test of legalized online sports gambling in the wake of last year’s Supreme Court decision that overruled previous prohibition — a ruling that allowed states besides Nevada to allow such wagering operations. But it stands as the major U.S. billion, double the amount spent in 2011.

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How Diversified Revenue Streams Impact Ag Borrowers

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We always advise landowners to undergo an assessment to protect these funds from taxes and help them to create entity strategies or fund new equipment for the greatest value. Conservation revenue and wildlife opportunities Landowners can receive tax credits from a donated conservation easement. keep me informed. Watch Webinar.

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Bringing Government Procurement Into The Digital Age — And Onto Online Marketplaces

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The mind casts back to press reports of hammers that cost hundreds of dollars, for example, or grumblings that tax dollars, in general, are not being used efficiently on the most vital of services. Think of government spending, and the first word to come to mind might decidedly not be this one: efficient. One-Stop Shop.

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Uber of X: greenRush is The Uber of Cannabis

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After it became illegal in the United States through the Marihuana Tax Act of 1937, the business of selling cannabis went mostly underground. Cannabis, a favorite relaxation method of choice for some, has slowly become less stigmatized within the past few years. We are the “Amazon” of Cannabis, the largest online marketplace in the world.

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Opening Bets: MGM Deals Foreshadow New Gambling Culture

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which owns and operates two dozen gambling properties in seven states, including Nevada and Louisiana. That could lead to additional taxes, possibly at or above 15 percent.”. Beyond fines, “integrity” taxes imposed by states could also eat into those fat margins. Boyd Gaming Partnership. Another deal involves Boyd Gaming Corp.